ASKO W6864 User Manual

Dear Customer,

Thank you for choosing this quality product from ASKO.

We hope it will meet your expectations and full your needs for many years to

come. Scandinavian design combines clean lines, everyday functionality and high quality. These are key characteristics of all our products and the reason they are greatly appreciated throughout the world.

To get the most out of your new machine, we recommend that you read the operating instructions before using the machine. The operating instructions also include information on how you can help protect the environment.

Operating Instructions

Washing Machine

ASKO W6864W

Contents

Before using your machine for the

rst time 4

Transport protection 4

Packing material 4

Washer door 4

Language selection 4

Checking water hardness 4

Safety instructions 5

General 5

Installation 5

Overow guard function 5

Transport/Winter storage 5

Recycling 5

Child safety 6

Keep an eye on children! 6

Washing 11

Sort your laundry. 11

Turn on the main power switch 11

Open the washer door and load the washing 11

Add detergent and fabric softener, as required 11

Program selection 12

Selecting options 15

Close the washer door and press the Start button 17

Once the program has nished 17

Settings 18

You can change the following settings 18

Child-safe 18

Language 18

Description of the washing machine 7

Dispenser 8

Advice and tips before washing 9

Sorting your laundry 9

Clothing 9

Laundry labels 9

Coloured cotton 9

Unbleached linen 9

Laundry label symbols 9

Advice and tips before washing 10

Wool 10

Rayon bres and synthetic bres 10

Reducing allergic reactions 10

Save time and energy 10

High water level 10

Economy and eciency 10

Temperature 18

Extra rinses 18

Care and cleaning 19

Cleaning the trap and the drainage pump 19

Cleaning the detergent compartment 19

Cleaning the outside of the machine 19

Cleaning the inside of the machine to avoid unpleasant smells 20

Rinse holes under the agitator 20

If you have hard water 20

Troubleshooting 21

The washer door will not open 21

The machine will not start 21

After power failure 21

Wet washing still in the machine 21

Error messages 22

Detergents 10

Dyeing fabrics 10

Contents

Technical information 23

Information for test institute 23

Energy labelling 23

Technical data 25

Transport protection 26

Installation 27

Positioning the washing machine 27

Adjusting the feet 27

Connection to water supply 27

Drainage connection 28

Electrical installation 28

Service 29

Before contacting the service division 29

Quick guide 32

WARNING: Read the instructions before using the machine.

Before using your machine for the rst time

Transport protection

Remove any transport protection devices before installing the machine. See the "Transport protection" chapter.

Packing material

Please sort waste materials in accordance with local guidelines.

Washer door

• The machine cannot be started when the door is open.

• To open the washer door while a programme is running, see "Close the door and press the Start button" in the "Washing" chapter.

Language selection

You will be prompted to select the display language when you have connected your

machine and start it for the rst time. Do as

follows:

1. Turn the programme selector to choose from: US English, English, Svenska, Dansk, Norsk, Suomi, Français, Deutsch, Italiano, Espanol,

Русский, Nederlands.

2. Press Start once to save the setting.

Checking water hardness

The quantity of detergent needed depends, amongst other things, on how hard the water is. See the detergent pack for details. Phone your local water company to check the water hardness in your area.

NOTE!

Each machine is tested before leaving the factory. A small amount of water may remain in the drain

pump, though this does not aect quality or

damage the machine.

See Quick guide on the last page

Safety instructions

General

• Read the operating instructions and keep them in a safe place.

• Installation should be carried out by qualied

ASKO technicians.

• The machine should only be used for washing items as described in these instructions. It is not intended for dry cleaning.

• Use only detergent intended for machine washing!

• Use only detergents and softeners for machine wash. Manufacturer may not assume responsibility for any damage and eventual discolouring of gaskets and plastic components as a consequence of incorrect use of bleach and/or colouring agents.

• Never use detergents containing solvents, since there is a danger of creating toxic gasses which may damage the machine and result in ignition or explosion.

• Remove any transport protection devices before using the machine. See the "Transport protection" chapter.

• Repairs and maintenance must be carried out by a qualied professional.

• Damaged mains cables must only be replaced by a qualied electrician.

• The machine is not designed to be used by

persons (even children) that are physically or mentally handicapped or lack experience and knowledge. Such persons must receive instruction in how to use the machine or be supervised by a person responsible for their safety.

• Children must be watched to ensure they do not play with the machine.

• In the enclosed plastic bag you will nd a tool

for opening the washer door in emergencies.

Overow guard function

If the machine’s water level rises above the

normal level, the overow guard function begins to pump water out and shuts o the water intake.

If the water level has not dropped within 60 seconds, the program is terminated.

Transport/Winter storage

If the machine is to be transported or stored in unheated premises where the temperature can fall below freezing, do as follows:

• Empty the lter and the drainage pump. See

the "Care and cleaning" chapter.

• Shut o the water to the washing machine,

loosen the supply hose to the intake valve and let the water run out from the valve and hose.

• After emptying the pump, a small amount of water may remain in the machine. This does

not aect quality or damage the machine.

Recycling

This machine is manufactured and labelled for recycling. In order to prevent injuries, the machine must be made unusable once the decision has been taken to dispose of it. Contact your local authority for information about where and how your machine can be recycled correctly.

Installation

See the "Installation" chapter.

Child safety

Keep an eye on children!

• Always close the door and start the programme immediately once you have added detergent.

• The appliance is not intended for use by young children or inrm persons without

supervision.

• Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

• Store detergent and fabric softener out of the reach of children!

NOTE!

If this appliance is supplied from a cord extensions set or electrical portable outlet device, the cord extension ser or electrical portable outlet device must be positioned so that it is not subject to splashing or ingress of moisture.

Activate child safety catch (for detergent compartment)

On the inside of the detergent compartment is a child safety catch.

Activated child safety catch

Inactivated child safety catch

When the child safety catch is activated you must press the release button to pull out the detergent compartment.

Description of the washing machine

2 3 4

1. Main power switch

2. Dispenser

3. Programme panel

4. Serial number plate (on inside of washer door)

5. Drainage pump cover

6. Drainage pump (behind cover)

7. Washer door

75,6

Dispenser

2 3

1. Pre-wash

2. Main wash with liquid detergent. Use the separator. (A)

3. Main wash with powder detergent. Do not use the separator.

4. Fabric softener

5. Release button

6. Child safety catch

Advice and tips before washing

Here are some tips that may help you before washing.

Sorting your laundry

Sort items according to:

• how soiled they are

• colour

• material

Clothing

1. Do up zips and close Velcro straps so that they don’t harm fabrics.

2. New coloured items may contain excess dye and should therefore be washed separately

the rst few times.

3. Turn delicate items inside out. This reduces the risk of burling and fading.

4. Empty pockets and wash them inside out if possible.

Laundry labels

Look at the item's laundry label. The table below

shows suitable wash programmes for dierent

materials and wash loads. Using modern washing machines and detergents, for example compact detergents, you can usually wash at lower temperatures. It is a good idea to use trial

and error to nd out what produces the best

results.

Laundry label symbols

Examples of washing instructions and recommended programs. Always follow the washing instructions for each garment.

Laundry labels Material Program

Cotton, linen, white and light-coloured items. Everyday wash 60 °C to 95 °C

Cotton, linen, cotton/polyester. Light and dark-coloured garments. Quick 60 °C

Acrylic, viscose, modal, acetate, polyester, polyamide and elastane. Light and dark-coloured garments.

Wool, silk and other very delicate garments Wool/hand wash 30 °C to 40 °C

Coloured cotton

Coloured cotton items with the washing instruction 60 °C should be washed at 60 °C for

the rst time in order to remove any excess dye.

If you do not do so, there is a risk that the colour will run. Use detergent without bleach in order to preserve the colour of the fabric.

Unbleached linen

Unbleached linen fabrics should be washed at 60°C, using detergent containing no bleach or optical whiteners. Heavily-soiled linen can occasionally be washed at higher temperatures, but not too often because the heat can destroy the linen’s shine and strength.

Easy Care 40 °C

Advice and tips before washing

Wool

These fabrics are labelled either machine wash or hand wash. The Wool/hand wash program is at least as gentle as washing by hand. Wool is especially sensitive to processes such as washing. If you do not wish to spin dry, you can squeeze out the water using terry towels. In this case select No spin.

To nd out how to choose this setting, see the

"Washing" chapter. However, most garments can withstand a short spin. Choose a short spin by selecting a spin speed of 800 rpm or less.

Rayon bres and synthetic bres

Materials made of rayon bres, such as viscose, and some synthetic bres are very delicate and

require much space so as not to crease. Only half

ll the drum when washing and choose a spin

speed of 800 rpm or lower.

NOTE!

• Select Quick if you just need to freshen up shirts or exercise clothes, for example. This will save both water and energy.

• If you select a fast spin speed, this reduces energy consumption when drying in a tumble dryer or drying cabinet.

• Always wash with a full load when using the Heavy, Everyday wash and Normal programs.

• Avoid pre-washing. Modern machines and detergents clean eectively without pre-

washing. Pre-washing is only necessary for heavily soiled washing.

Detergents

Eco-labelled detergents are less harmful to the environment. Detergent overdosing does not give better washing results; it merely causes a greater impact on the environment; can also hinder the wash performance. Try to use less detergent, and increase only if you

are not satised with the results.

Viscose and acetates are fragile when wet.

Reducing allergic reactions

The washing machine has a Super Rinse option. Use this for people with sensitive skin, such as those with allergies and small children.

Save time and energy

Use the Everyday wash program to save time and energy. This program has a shorter main wash

than Normal, but is often sucient for lightly soiled

washing.

High water level

If you want more water for the main wash and rinses, you can use the High water level option. This is automatically selected in the Wool/Hand program.

Economy and eciency

You can save energy by not using higher temperature programs than necessary.

Dyeing fabrics

If you want to dye fabrics in the machine, select the Everyday wash program with the Super Rinse option. Select temperature according to the dye manufacturer’s recommendations. Choose a low spin speed if the fabric to be dyed is a blended material such as polyester/cotton.

NOTE!

Add the dye directly to the washing drum – not to the detergent compartment. After dyeing, you should run the machine empty using the same program. Use the normal amount of detergent.

NOTE!

Due to environmental concerns, we discourage the use of strong chemicals. When using agents for bleaching or stain removal, there is a risk of rust (corrosion) and discolouration of the machine.

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